Connected via Amateur Radio – South London Journal

A lot of people know by now, but maybe some don’t, should an emergency situation occur, normal forms of communication will most likely not work. The cell phone towers will be inundated with calls, and will cease to function. Text messages might get through eventually, so that is the only other possible option for most people.

There is another form of communication that few are aware of, or at least know how to access.

The communication systems that will work will be HAM radios, also called amatuer radio. Over the years, the HAM radio operators have been a huge emergency communications outlet for both civilians and officials working the emergency. There is a special network of HAM operators who are able to function as relay systems in just such large scale disasters. HAM radio with enough power, or utilizing the proper frequencies and locations, have been able to communicate across the globe.

Being able to connect with your family and friends in an emergency would be so helpful and can relieve alot of the stress of a situation. It could also mean the difference between getting help and not getting help.